Local officials in Balkh province have announced the launch of a restoration and beautification project for the memorial of Amir Ali Shir Nawa’i — a renowned literary and cultural figure of the 15th century — in the city of Mazar-i-Sharif. The project is being carried out at a cost of 1.5 million Afghanis.

According to Hafez Abdul Rahman Hemat, the mayor of Mazar-i-Sharif, the project will be completed within a month in collaboration with the municipality and local residents. The work includes the restoration of the memorial plaque, development of green spaces, seating areas, a small library, and informational displays about Amir Ali Shir Nawa’i’s life and literary contributions.

“Our goal is to preserve the values of national and historical figures, enhance the city’s beauty, and provide a cultural space for the public,” said Hemat.

Several residents of Mazar-i-Sharif welcomed the initiative, calling it a valuable step toward preserving cultural identity, honoring historical personalities, and beautifying the city.

Amir Ali Shir Nawa’i was a prominent literary, political, and cultural figure of the 15th century, known for his poetry, scholarly works, and cultural contributions, earning a distinguished place in the region’s history.